Craftsman 486.24504 Outdoor Cart User Manual


 
KNOW YOUR VAC SYSTEM
Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your Vac System.
Compare the illustrationbelow with your Vac System to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their locations.
LATCHLOCK LEVER
BOOT
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REAR FLAP
CHOKE CONTROL \\
THROTTLE CONTROL
LATCH LOCK LEVER Locks the cart bed down to the
tongue. Releases to allow cart to be tipped back for
dumping.
BOOT Connects the plastic elbow to the fabric top,
directing discharged material into the cart.
REAR FLAP Zippered flap opens to allow contents of
cart to be emptied.
THROTTLE CONTROL Controls speed of engine.
CHOKE CONTROL Adjust to allow cold starting.
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas
can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas
tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See
STORAGE Instructions for additional information.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.
,_ WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, or with
the engine running, or while the engine is hot.
Do not smoke while filling tank.
BEFORE STARTING
Your Vac System engine is shipped without oil or
gasoline. Service the engine with oil and gas as
instructed in the separate engine manual.
Inspect the Vac System to make sure all covers (rear
door, vinyl boot, elbow, hose adapter, hose and deck
adapter are properly attached.
Check tires for proper inflation (12 - 14 lbs).
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HOW TO STOP YOUR VAC SYSTEM
To stop engine, move the throttle control lever to the
OFF position.
Disconnect spark plug wire from plug to prevent
accidental starting while equipment is unattended or
is being worked on.
CAUTION: The muffler and adjacent areas
are hot!